How is it that people are influenced? Today they live without suspecting anything, and tomorrow they can rewrite the only apartment for a complete stranger. Very often, under the influence of some factor, people give away all their savings, jewelry, and even their lives. Is it possible? How does this happen? This will be discussed in our article.
What is manipulation
How often you hear this word from an early age! And not in vain. Almost every person comes across on the path of life people who like to manipulate. Sometimes we don't even notice it.
So what is manipulation? This is the psychological process of the victory of a strong person over a weaker one, when people, against their will, fulfill the request of others or repeat their action. The goal is such that a person wants to do it himself, without understanding anything.
Is it possible to ask for help
Sometimes the question arises: can't you just ask for a favor? However, aspractice shows that in many cases the request is inappropriate. That's when the manipulation begins. Very often, a gullible person falls for scammers who first enter into friendship, as they need something from him. Indeed, many people trust others, and even more so friends, it is easy for them to deceive and mislead.
The above is the main manipulation. This has been proven by psychologists and other professionals who specialize in this area. How do manipulators work? Consider further.
What is the purpose of the manipulator
First of all, you need to be an observant person to act in your own interests. Only when psychology is studied, the manipulator begins to carry out certain frauds.
There is only one goal: to give the interlocutor a sign that can completely change the perception. The manipulator is imposed on a person, and he does not even realize that he is being used. He distorts the meaning easily and smoothly, meanwhile inspires us with distorted ideas about reality. As a result, if the manipulator is very well versed in people, almost anyone can become a victim.
Of course, many are sure that they cannot be used to their advantage. However, psychologists say otherwise. A well-trained manipulator will create such conditions that, without even knowing it, you will fall into their networks.
Methods of manipulation
There are a lot of such options. Therefore, we will focus on the main ones.
First waymanipulating people has come to us since Soviet times. This is social proof. A person, getting into a strange situation, does not find time to resolve it and simply acts exactly like those around him. For people, this method is even convenient. After all, there is no need to think and worry. The situation will resolve itself.
There are other methods of manipulation, such as mutual exchange. People do not like to be addicted, and many psychological processes are designed for this. That is, if a friend or comrade gave something, a person’s internal protection works. He does not want to go into debt and prefers to give a gift too, if only not to depend on anyone.
Another very important way in which manipulation is carried out is asking for a favor or for help. After all, in this case, not everyone will be able to refuse. This method is called pity pressure.
Commitment is the fourth important way. The person who promised to fulfill the request will try his best. He knows that he has a great responsibility, and will bear this thought until he does what he was asked to do.
Many people love to be praised or rewarded. Here is another important way to manipulate. Many people are motivated by rewards. For some, it is verbal, while others prefer material gifts.
You must know the above manipulation techniques. After all, you may encounter unscrupulous people who will find your weaknesses and manage them. Try not toallow this. At first you will not be able to refuse, and then it will be too late, and any person will be able to control you as he wants.
Manipulation techniques
There are also a lot of them. However, there are special tricks that work flawlessly. It is important to collect as much information about a person as possible. First of all, weaknesses are noted that can be put pressure on. And only then do people apply the techniques that are most suitable for a particular person:
- False inattention. This technique is used to prove one's case and to find out certain information. To do this, a person pretends to be inattentive in a conversation, asks several times, changing the meaning of the sentences. At these moments, many significant things are unexpectedly told to the manipulator. The interlocutor does not even suspect that he is sharing very important information.
- Imaginary weakness. The manipulator shows that he needs help. He talks about his weakness and that no one needs him and no one understands him. As a rule, this technique works quickly, as the manipulator puts pressure on pity.
- False feelings. Often a manipulator talks about his love, but in reality he only wants to achieve benefits. You need to believe in feelings when a person has been tested for years.
- Unpredictable anger. When the manipulator pretends to be angry, the interlocutor tries to calm him down and makes certain concessions, just to create a calmer environment.
- Imaginary suspiciousness. This kind of manipulation works very well. A person is forced to make excuses if he is suspected of something. The manipulator achieves this, he plays suspicious, making the interlocutor unsure of himself. This is necessary in order for the psychological processes to become weaker. Then the manipulator gets what he wants very easily.
In order not to fall for the tricks of unscrupulous people, learn to refuse. The first time will be difficult, but then it will become easier. The above means of manipulating human consciousness are the most spectacular. Try to present yourself correctly and protect yourself if necessary. Most importantly, don't be provoked.
Scientist S. G. Kara-Murza
It is not for nothing that we remembered in this article a doctor of sciences. The famous scientist Sergei Georgievich Kara-Murza wrote a wonderful book, which covers almost all aspects of mind manipulation.
In his work "Manipulation of Consciousness" topics are revealed that teach people to think correctly and not to be influenced by others. If you read it, you will understand that programming the human subconscious is possible, and very easy. Any person can have a psychological impact, knowing the weaknesses of the interlocutor. This is what the scientist writes about.
Need for a manipulator
Man is surrounded by the world of culture, where language is of great importance. People need communication and advice. Sometimes they turn to friends or relatives for comfort. Each of us has everyday problems that are difficult to cope with. That is why we seek support and advice from others. Althoughwe understand that they are not experts and do not understand a particular problem.
As a rule, each person is looking for not only support, but also a manipulator. That is, he wants to be inspired: "Everything will be fine, don't worry." Often such words have a calming effect, at least for a while.
In such cases, support is very important. This is what Kara-Murza says in his book. The manipulation of consciousness is aimed at the psychological structures of a person.
The language of words and images
The scientist well described in the second section of the book (fifth chapter) sign systems, with the help of which they most often influence a person. It is the language of words and images. A lot depends on them. If a person can choose the right words, intonation and timbre, he will be able to inspire a lot to the interlocutor. However, this depends on many factors, including goodwill.
Remember: often every person needs a manipulator for their own good. He calms down, becomes morally and spiritually stronger. People who have good manipulators are less receptive and less suspicious. Of course, this approach is called psychological influence.
Anatomy and Physiology: Mind Manipulation
A person has a special program that distinguishes him from other living beings. He cannot be without society. Therefore, each person lives under the influence of some others and cannot protect himself from manipulation, which in itself seems to be a negative phenomenon.
Not everyone understands right away that hesuccumbed to influence. He realizes this only when he was dissatisfied with something and realized that someone influenced him. That is, very often, after manipulation, people are the losers.
Sometimes it works the other way around. After the manipulation, a person remains satisfied and grateful to those people who were able to act in time and direct them to the true path. That is, manipulation is a hidden factor that should not stand out from the rest, ordinary words and sentences.
Mind Destruction Technology
In the third section of the book "Manipulation of Consciousness" the thirteenth chapter is devoted to news, advertisements, films. That is, S. G. Kara-Murza writes about television. Oddly enough, but it has been proven that it destroys the human mind. Today in modern society we are dependent on television. People cannot imagine their life without it and do not understand that it has a bad effect on the psyche of not only a child, but also an adult.
If there is a series, a person wants to know how it will end. It turns out that he sacrifices his time just to watch the series. Psychologists offer to change the tactics of behavior.
Crisis
He also destroys the human mind. After all, when people do not see a way out of the situation, they cannot feed their families, get a job or solve another problem, at these moments the human consciousness is destroyed.
As Kara-Murza writes ("Manipulation of Consciousness"), people began to go to fortune-tellers and clairvoyants to understand why they started having a black streak. However, they do not understandone thing: always such a campaign brings the opposite effect. Why? Just all kinds of charlatans, fortune-tellers are trying to manipulate people, and they commit unjustified, and sometimes irreparable acts.
Remember: there is always a way out. Never agree to a hypnosis session, which can be your first and last in your life. In these moments you are being manipulated.
You must not destroy the mind
Try replacing TV with a walk in the park, going to the theater, reading an interesting book, chatting with friends, etc.
After about 6 months you will begin to understand that your character, mood and well-being have changed for the better. Remember! Television is the manipulation of consciousness! If possible, try to replace it with a more interesting activity.
Consciousness destroys not only television, but also a variety of media. These are newspapers, magazines and much more. That is why psychologists advise to pay a minimum of attention to both television and the media.
Urbanization and hunger
Oddly enough, but in politics such a thing as manipulation is used. The scientist S. G. Kara-Murza speaks about this in his book. He writes about society, starting with perestroika. That's when it all started.
Food is the need of humanity. To make people not hungry, you need to work. For this, prices for food, utilities, and so on have risen. People needed to survive, they created an artificial shortage and hunger.
Even when all payments were frozen, people did not stop going to work. Them soprogrammed. This had a psychological effect.
Everyone tried to be responsible and hoped that they would soon be paid for all the months worked. However, this did not happen. Today, the same thing has begun in the country. Crisis, delays in salaries, raise prices for utilities, and people continue to work and keep silent.
Protection against manipulation
How to behave correctly in order to remain a strong personality, not amenable to influence? We found out that manipulation is the impact on a person in cunning ways. Therefore, psychologists advise not to accept or listen to the words of the interlocutor who is trying to influence you, and most importantly, do not look him in the eye.
If you don't like the manipulator's words or phrases, then just tell him what you think. Let your behavior seem rude, but it will be sincere. And, be that as it may, you will scare off your interlocutor with a harsh statement.
Use common sense before listening to others. It will help you to act correctly and consciously. At the time when you communicate with the manipulator, do not listen to your heart. After all, there are people who like to put pressure on conscience or pity.
